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Holidays & Occasions

Celebrate Valentine's Day

Impress your Valentine with a home-cooked meal made with love. Find our collection of Valentine's Day-worthy recipes, decadent chocolate desserts, elegant menus, and more.
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Surprising Snacks for Santa

We polled our Facebook fans and they shared their traditions for what they leave out for Santa. From vodka to cookies, we've got Jolly St. Nick covered.
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Cranberry Sauce and Relish Recipes

No holiday spread is complete without this classic condiment.
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Gifts from the Kitchen

A homemade gift is the sweetest thing. Not fancy, just straight from the heart. We cooked up three base recipes, with variations—and sprinkled with decorating tips.
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How to Give a Good Toast

The well-done toast warms a whole room. Stumbled through, or delivered as droning dissertation, it becomes an unfortunate bit of family lore. Here, some success tips from toastmasters.
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Puff Pastry Appetizers

The flaky crunch of purchased puff pastry makes a delicious starting point for simple party snacks.
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Dairy-Free Holiday Menu

Find a decadent menu fit for the holidays without any lactose or dairy.
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Vegan Holiday Menu

Vegan or not, the whole family is sure to love this healthy, hearty holiday menu that just happens to be free of any animal products.
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Gluten-Free Holiday Menu

With these tips and tricks, you can turn our traditional holiday recipes into a delicious gluten-free holiday menu.
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Crowd-Pleasing Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes

We give you five variations on the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving table to bring you the best, perfectly moist turkey you'll ever taste.
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Elegant Thanksgiving Cocktails

Things go better with a few good bubbles. Serving up a signature cocktail is a special way to lift the mood.
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